Wildfires Remain Difficult in Southern France
Large wildfires are burning in southern France. The Trévillach fire is the biggest in 50 years. People have been evacuated from Ille-sur-Têt.
Several wildfires have started in southern France. The Trévillach fire has burned a large area – almost 5,000 hectares. Strong winds and hot weather are making the fires difficult to control. The European Union sent planes to help fight the fires. Firefighters are working hard, but the situation is still very difficult.
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Highlights
Large Wildfires in France
Wildfires are burning in the Pyrénées-Orientales region of France.
Trévillach Fire – Largest in 50 Years
The Trévillach fire is the largest in 50 years.
Ille-sur-Têt Residents Evacuated
Residents of Ille-sur-Têt were evacuated due to the fires.
EU Sends Aircraft to Fight Fires
The European Union has sent six aircraft to help fight the blaze.
Difficult Fighting Conditions
Strong winds and high temperatures are making firefighting difficult.